Senior Photonics Scientist - National Security R&D

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. seeks a Senior Scientist - Photonics to provide on-site support in Arlington, VA, tackling advanced optics, photonics, and related disciplines within DoD programs.

The role emphasizes senior leadership in planning and directing R&D initiatives with strong collaboration across government teams. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s in a scientific field, possess 15+ years of relevant experience, and hold an active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• 15+ years of experience supporting the DoW.
• Active Secret clearance required.
• Extensive published articles with international recognition.
• Strong oral and written communication to advise senior government personnel.
• Able to work fully onsite at client location.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for ongoing and new programs in optics, photonics, physics, materials, AI/ML, mathematics, quantum, chemistry, biology, and related disciplines.
• Lead technical planning and development of R&D projects with senior leadership responsibilities.
• Offer strategic scientific guidance on cutting-edge research initiatives and present complex solutions to government stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership in technical organizations

Strategic scientific guidance

Advanced problem-solving

Education

Master's degree in a scientific/technical field

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. seeks a Senior Scientist - Photonics to provide on-site support in Arlington, VA, tackling advanced optics, photonics, and related disciplines within DoD programs.

The role emphasizes senior leadership in planning and directing R&D initiatives with strong collaboration across government teams. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s in a scientific field, possess 15+ years of relevant experience, and hold an active Secret clearance.